ELROY A. ESDAILLE
Brooklyn
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at The City University of New York, specializing in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to enhance student comprehension through innovative teaching methods and effective communication. Adept at mentoring and fostering academic growth, while maintaining a strong focus on quality instruction and inclusive pedagogy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor -English
Kingsborough Community College (CUNY)
Brooklyn
01.2009 - Current
- Developed, maintained, and taught in-person and online courses
- Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula and course materials to enhance instructional effectiveness and student engagement
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student participation and understanding
- Challenge and motivate students through in-depth lectures and discussions on various topics
- Lecture and communicate effectively with students from diverse backgrounds
- Evaluated and graded students' classwork, assignments, and papers to assess comprehension and provide constructive feedback
- Conducted research and organized teaching and tutoring workshops for Remedial English and English composition to support student success
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
Assistant Dean – Theology
Come Bible Institute (CBI)
Bronx
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Delivered lectures and seminars while mentoring students in their academic growth
- Created curriculum and organized activities for extra-curricular activities
- Contributed to the recruitment of department staff and prospective students
- Assisted in financial planning of the academic year
- Managed administrative tasks and coordinated with leaders of other departments to enhance collaboration
- Collaborated with the leaders of other departments
- Oversaw marketing initiatives and accounting processes
- Supported dean in executing departmental activities and initiatives
College Lecturer -English
Medgar Evers College (CUNY)
Brooklyn
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed and revised curricula and course materials to align with educational standards and student needs
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
- Motivated students through engaging lectures and discussions on diverse topics
- Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds
- Facilitated and moderated dynamic classroom discussions to enhance student engagement
- Evaluated and graded students' classwork, assignments, and papers
- Compiled, administered, and graded examinations or delegated this work to others
- Maintained regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
- Collaborated with peers as an English cohort member for remedial and college English
Associate Professor – Theology & English
Come Bible Institute (CBI)
Bronx
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Educated students in theology, applying a variety of instructional techniques, including hands-on curriculum
- Taught students in literature, grammar, reading, essay writing and other forms of writing
- Facilitated in-depth discussions, challenging and motivating students to engage critically with various topics
- Monitored student progress through assessments and tailored learning plans to enhance individual achievement
- Initiated new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time
- Defined and communicated learning outcomes, establishing metrics to assess performance and guide improvements in student learning
- Prepared course materials such as lesson plans, homework assignments, and handouts
- Developed and facilitated training sessions on grammar and composition skills for adults.
Tutor-English
Kingsborough Community College (CUNY)
Brooklyn
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions
- Tutored students in literature, grammar, reading, essay writing and other forms of writing
- Designed lesson plans to address specific weaknesses and cultivate essential skills within allotted time
- Delivered tailored instruction to individual students and small groups
- Collaborated with students to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style
- Developed customized handouts, study guides, and enrichment materials to enhance student understanding
- Assisted adults in professional development by creating and facilitating training on grammar and composition skills for writing
Education
Certificate Online teaching - Cuny Online Teaching Essentials
Cuny School of Profession Studies
NY06-2020
PhD - English Education
Columbia University
New York, NY05-2020
Master of Philosophy -
Columbia University
New York, NY10-2019
Master of Arts - English
Brooklyn College - City University of New York (CUNY)
Brooklyn, NY06-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English, Histroy Minor
Brooklyn College - City University of New York (CUNY)
Brooklyn, NY06-2005
Bachelor of Theology -
Logos Bible College
FL01.2005
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bronx Community College - City University of New York (CUNY)
Bronx, NY06-2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Creative Writing
- Teaching methods
- Workshops
- Academic Writing
- Mentoring
- Research
- Proofreading
- English
- Program development
- Leadership development
- Public speaking
- Verbal communication
- Literature
- Composition
- Team collaboration
- Administrative experience
- Quality control
- Diverse modalities
- Strategic planning
- Exceptional verbal skills
- Presentation skills
- Problem solving
- Organizational abilities
- MS Office Suite
- Blackboard
- Canvas
- Zoom
- Curriculum design
- Classroom oversight
- Instructional techniques
- Research methods
- Assessment strategies
- Academic advising
- Institutional partnerships
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Adaptable teaching
- Project leadership
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Peer mentoring
- Classroom presentations
- Student advisement
- Technology implementation
- Data analysis
- Time management
- Meeting participation
- Research expertise
- Community engagement
- Student evaluation
- Subject matter expertise
- Faculty collaboration
- Cultural history
- Team collaboration
- Differentiated teaching
- Feedback provision
- Curriculum contributions
- Goals and performance
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Lesson plan creation
- Syllabus development
- Research expertise
- Project management
- Inclusive teaching
- Assessment evaluations
- Lecturing
- Curriculum development
- Performance enhancement
- Problem-solving
- Online teaching
- Tutoring
- Student assessment
- Multitasking skills
- Class instruction
- Teaching excellence
- Workshop facilitation
- Classroom lectures
- Classroom administration
- Exam grading
- Grading
- Publication record
Accomplishments
- Pioneered practitioner research through content analysis by examining the impact of identities, discourses, and power as they relate to Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Collective Third Space Education.
- Researched ways to gain a better understanding of whether an interpretive strategy of bridging song and literary texts can lead to new pedagogical implications, and how an intertextual link between song and literary text can help students to produce better essays.
- Pioneered research through discourse analysis as it relates to Critical Race Theory, language philosophy and intersectionality.
- Serves as an honors faculty professor and mentor from 2009 to current.
- Serves as a mentor for The Men’s Center from 2009 to current.
- Serves as a mentor for tutors at the Reading and Writing Center from 2009 to current.
- Serves on the English Department Curriculum Committee, Composition Review Committee, Creative Writing Committee, and the current chairperson of the Literature Committee. Collaborate with peers to revise pedagogy and curriculum according to the department needs and university guidelines.
Safety Training
- Workplace Safety Procedures
- Sexual Harassment training
Awards Honors Scholarships
- Katherine Franklin Annual Fund Scholar--Teaching of English, Columbia University, Teachers College, 2015
- Minority Scholarship, Columbia University, Teachers College, 2014-2016
- Bronx Shepherd’s Award for Outstanding Community Service, 04/07
- Brooklyn College General Scholarship Award, 2003-2005
Technology Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Bright Space
- Blackboard
- Canvas
- Zoom
- Webex
Timeline
Assistant Dean – Theology
Come Bible Institute (CBI)
01.2011 - 01.2012
College Lecturer -English
Medgar Evers College (CUNY)
01.2010 - 01.2012
Assistant Professor -English
Kingsborough Community College (CUNY)
01.2009 - Current
Tutor-English
Kingsborough Community College (CUNY)
01.2007 - 01.2009
Associate Professor – Theology & English
Come Bible Institute (CBI)
01.2005 - 01.2011
Certificate Online teaching - Cuny Online Teaching Essentials
Cuny School of Profession Studies
PhD - English Education
Columbia University
Master of Philosophy -
Columbia University
Master of Arts - English
Brooklyn College - City University of New York (CUNY)
Bachelor of Arts - English, Histroy Minor
Brooklyn College - City University of New York (CUNY)
Bachelor of Theology -
Logos Bible College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bronx Community College - City University of New York (CUNY)